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Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
Get prices on white Lead and Paints L. Sly Oheop

the vote polled for Thompson, the
Downing candidate, and Mr.. Bunch,
at that time candidate for assistant
chief on the National ticket, was
only thirty two, this leads rne to
believe, 20 some extent, that what
Mr.. "Calp says is an answer TO my
question. Again, ask, whats
the Matter 2" Some time ago
there was a convention held in this
district by the Downing party at
which it was agreed that each pre-
oinct should hold a convention and
appoint delegates to attend a gem
eral conytatior of the district to be
held on the 9th inst. This has
been some two or three weeks ago
and as we understand no delegates
have been appointed at the Web
ber's Falls precinct, the largest in
the district. At this precinct there
are about one hundred and fifty
votes. On yesterday the Downing
ties attempted to hold a convention
for the purpose of appointing dele
gates and with all their political
skill, nei eighborly persuasion and
all the cunning of one Black Fox,
they could only get enough votes
together to get off with a respect
able adjournment until another
day. l fear the great majority for
Mayes in this district is like the
boiler in Captain Blakely's little
boat-about "busted." With best
regards for Mayes and my vote for
Bunch, am yours, &c,
Hoa
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
POLITICAL PoINTnRs.
"Mayes Man" Talks Informedly of
Questions of the Hour.

Talk about full-bloods, you fell
lows, Benge and Dick Wolf. Why,
the Downing party are running
three full-bloods-second chief
Smith and two circuit judges, Tee
hee and Ridge and one half-broed,
]. B. Mayes. The Nationals
are running-or full-blood party as
they want to be called-one full
blood, Bunch, andthree half
breeds, Clark, Benge and Lynch,
of Flint. How does that look
to you demagogues who pratt
tie so much about full-bloods ?
The Downing party is certainly
the full -bloods' friend as we'll as
all others of this nation.
The edict has gone forth from
the National Hi-muck-ey- y-muck,
or boss that none but men friendly
to WA. Phillips must be nominal
ed on their ticket. Dick Wolfe
and Wolf Coon, of Going Snake,
nominees of that party, were espe-
cially ordered by Phillips. He
says Scrimsher will do; don't know
exactly how Daniels stand, but he
wants Bob Ross and Lacey Haw-
kins from Tahlequah, and Bill
Ross and Houston Benge from llli-
nois district. Have not learned
who he has ordered for the senate
from other districts, as yet though
a short time will develop the fact.
If the people of this nation are
once more to fall into the hands of
Bill Phillips, God pity them.
And our confidence in the good
men Of this country is such that
we believe that Phillips and his
men wherever they raise their
hydra heads for Office will be snow
ed under, and ought to be beaten
for decency's sake.
George Benge not long since got
so used to talking the Bunch talk,
he met Nose Ridge the other day
and began to pour it in Noses ear,
whereupon Nose said TO him, if
you think as you talk so much
that full-bloods ought to hold the
Offices why are you running against
me for circuit judge ? Benge col
lapsed. And Nose put the ques-
ton right, only he ought to have
asked him why he was running for
judge at all, tor if he does not make
a better judge than he did solicitor
ofTahlequah district, he should be
asked to resign by all decent peo-
pie the first time he attempted to
hold court. Laying all things
aside, Benge should be beaten in
the northern circuit, for he is an
especial henchman Of w. A. Phil
lips and does more talk to keep up
a race prejudice IN this country
than anybody. Vote for honest
old Nose Ridge; while he is not
glib Of tongue, he has good, hard,
horse sense, and will make you an
honest judge. MAYEs MAN.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
FALLING INTO LINE.
And Counseling His Party Friends
to do Likewise.

vIHrA q. y. June 9Th. 1857.
EDITOR CHIEFTAIN The NOM
nations of the Downing party in
Delaware district last Saturday
meet my approval and / will work
for the election of the candidates
who were successful in getting the
nominations. / earnestly believe
that it should be the duty of every
voter of the party to work III the
interest Of the nominees. Itseems
that some few persons are dis
satisfied, it may be because they
did not get a nomination, but still
this should not be in the way. l
have been working in the interest
Of the Downing party for eight
years and feel yet disposed to do
so. The party has never given me
an office, but l am not going to
kick. l am in favor OF our party
working together and without this
we cannot expect TO be successful.
There are not Offices enough for
US all. We cannot all get Office at
once. We must look TO this as be-
ing a fact and keep our lamps
burning. Let us all work in har-
mony. II is evidently a fact that
we have got Rabbit Bunch beaten
and let us try and beat all Of his
party. If we don't stick together
and work together we cannot eX-
pect our party TO win. Our sena-
tor, Capt. L. B. Bell, we know is
capable of being a legislator and
has the brain and nerve, and no
body can deny it. Our councillors,
Joe L. Thompson, Thomas Blue
jacket and Frank Connor, are all
men that we are acquainted with
and men that will do what is right
by their people and country. Our
clerk, @. S. Shelton, is true bus
mess man and is qualified for the
position. AS TO our sheriff, Thos.
Ballard, / don't think our party
could have made better selection
While the day is approaching near
when this election fight will be
over, let us work let us stay to-
gether let us be satisfied let us
be willing and "stand the racket"
like brave soldiers.
JESS w. ELICIT.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
WHAT'S THE MATTER ?
A Correspondent at a Loss to Ac-
count for What he Sees.

CANApIAE DIsTHToT,
June 10Th, 1851.
EDITOR CHIEFTAIN This little
triangular shaped district is situ-
ated, as we all know, in the south
ern portion Of the nation and has
a voting population Of about four
hundred and fifty. IT, has, for the
last twenty odd years, given large
majority in favor of the Downing
candidate for principal chief.
Hence, ask, "What's the Mat
ter ?" "Cal," of Webber's Falls,
says: "some Of our citizens say
that Rabbit Bunch is sure enough
running for principal chief"
When / remember that the Down
ing party has been slowly but
surely losing ground in this district
for several years, as shown by ref
erence TO the general election Of
1883 when il will be seen that the
majority in favor Of their candi-
date was smaller than ever before,
and that the difference between
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

WILL some one, deep in the
mysteries of this administration
give the history and origin of the
muddle in which the nation seems
to be, on account Of a rumored per-
mission given the Arkansas Valley
Railroad to help itself to ties and
other material from the public do
main, and the permission made a
cause Of complaint to the secretary
of the interior and his interference
invoked.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
Stool Cattle far Sale

One hundred and fifty head of
Stock Cattle for sale, consisting oi
young cows with calves by theil
sides, two year old steers, year.
lings and few beef steers
These cattle will be sacrificed for
cash. Call on OF address,
42-44 CooKsoN & MADDEN,
Garfield, /. T., June 25th, 1887.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

WILLIAM A. PHILLIPS, or some
of his friends for him, have ad-
dressed a letter to Capt. Samuel
Smith, warning him against Mayes
and his kind. The correspondent
takes particular pains to point out,
as unsafe and incompetent to man.
age the affairs Of our nation, the
rebel citizens of the country.
Bunch is set up as an examplar of
all the virtues that should enter
into the makeup Of man who
should be at the head of our af-
fairs. In the name Of patriotism,
his people, God Almighty, and
his love for Phillips, the captain
is besought not to suppor. Mayes.
The letter is a warm one, and full
of gush as that of a love-struck
youth to his first sweetheart. The
old fellow, no doubt, feels like
saying "Cherokee nation, Cbero-
kee nation ! thou that hast re-
jected my counsels and refused to
pay me what thou owest, how of
would ! have gathered thy money
into the pockets Of rny jeans, as ]
have heretofore to the tune Of about
el75, 900, and would like 10 keep
on doing, but ye wouldst not. y
lie knows which Of the two par,
ties win spread the most butter
on his bread, and hence his eifori
for Bunch and the National party,
or anyone who Is for Phillips
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

A RABBrr disciple accosted a
colored preacher few days since
with the inquiry, "How is Rabbit
making it ?"
"Not at all, sab we's got new
song and guine to sing it." "Hcre
it is sah:"
"A Mayoa-ing grace, how sweet the song.
That saved a wretch like met
Tonee was lost, but now I'm found"
"Good- bye sab"
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

THE National party platform
pledges the party to a payment of
all honest debts. That's all right,
but there is a great deal in what
the party may say are honest. II
there are any claims against the
nation, that are no more honest
than that s22, 800 steal, the pledge
will have but little influence in
the coming election. If it is in
tended to cover the debt illegally
contracted with Phillips, despite
the action Of the council, the effect
will be the same. After such a
pledge has been given, it is pre-
sumabie that they will be willing
to square up that 100000 matter,
should the government decide that
it has advanced that much to the
nation upon unoccupied lands.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

A PERSON of promising proper
tions said few days ago in Table
quah, that twenty-five voters had
been brought into the National
party that day. This was said in
boasting manner Money must
be plentiful with them or voters
must be cheap in that place.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
Notice.

Notice is hereby given to all
whom it may concern that they
are warned from any intrusion
within our quarter of a mile west
from the sold BOudinot House"
south of town, on penalty of test
ing the same in court, as l hold
deed to the same from the origi-
nal owner, the deed being on
file in mayors Office of the town of
Downingville, G. N. This the 2Sth
day of June 1887. j. NJ. BELL.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
Notice.

Bids will be received by under.
signed for hay put up as follows ;
800 tons on grounds,
200 tons to be hauled between
one and two miles.
Said hay to be put up in a work
man like manner, to stand 80 days,
to be retopped at that time, and
then measured 71-2 feet to ton, tC
be paid for when received.
43 p. PORTER e. Co,
Muskogee, /. r., June 2Sth, 1887.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
TIE CHARGE DENIED.
Senator 8. n. Mayes did not Offer
Bushyhead the Treasury.

EDIToR CHIEFTAIN, SIR Il have
been reliably informed that Hon.
d. w. Bushyhead has been Grating
around that l have made him a
proposition TO give him the treas
urer's office if he would support
the Downing ticket in the coming
election. Now l don't like to dis
pute the word of chief. 1t is
hard TO believe that he would let
himself down so low from the high
portion that he occupies as TO
make false representations for po-
litical purposes. But if he di d
make such a statement it is just
simply "whopper," not a pre-
varication or Misrepresentation
but violation Of the law wherein
it says "Thou shalt not bear
false witness against thy neigh
bor." / hope though, Mr.. Bushy-
head is innocent of the charge.
Respectfully,
SAMUEL II. MAYEs.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
Laces.

Ladies should call at once and
get their selections in those beau
tiful Oriental, Egyptian and Tor.
chon Laces. / have them in white
and ecru. A big line has just ar
rived. &. w. GREEN.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

THE Downing party in Table
quah district will make their nomi-
nations for council and district
officers ON the 7th Of next month.
A rousing barbecue will be given
and everybody is invited.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Ladies you are requested TO
see my stock of Lisle Hosiery in
all the new shades. Also a large
line of Infant Hose in extra long
lengths. G.. w. GREEN.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

FRoM our report of the conven-
ton it may have been inferred that
Mr.. r. W. Lindsey was nominated
Cor sentor as the representative for
the white citizens. He did not
seek the nomination and was not
selected to satisfy any element OF
class but was placed on the ticket
wholly upon his merit. We are
glad to learn from all sources that
he is as certain for an election "as
a dime is for a ginger-cake."
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

have a fine line of Dress, Pant
and Butchers linen which l am
offering very cheap.
G.. w. GREEN.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
Giesecke Boots.

I am receiving the largest solid
Boot bill ever brought to this sec.
ton. IL Boots up 100000.
These Goods are unquestionably
the best ever offered to the trade.
G.. w. GREEN.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

/ am now keepinga full line OF
Dress Linens, Soft Cambria in all
shades, Crinoline, Wiging, Silica,
Linen, etc. G.. w. GREEN.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

EIGHT years ago our national
debt was some several thousands
less than 100000. Only about
two years ago $4,000 of the debt
was paid which closed out, per-
haps, the debt. To pay the debt
the funds arising from the strip
lands in Kansas were set apart.
Between 100000 and $500, 600
have been received on those lands.
Can anyone tell what became of
the balance after the debt was
paid, or did it take all to pay
that debt? 1t has been claimed
that the debt was paid about six
years ago. How about that SO, DOOR
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
Summer Season

See those beautiful Seersuckers,
Battistes, India Linens, India
Null, in colors and white also q
large line of figured Lawns, just
received at @. w. Green's.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

This week there has been receiv-
ed at II. Balcntine's a fresh ship
ment of Oranges, Lemons, Candies
and Cigars.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

SOME think that the letter ad-
dressed to Capt. Samuel Smith
may not be Phillips because it is
written in Cherokee. If not his,
the fellow who wrote it will find
himself between a profuse sweat
and a desire for privacy, during
the incoming events. Written by
whom it may, it clearly shows
what influences are being brought
TO bear to defeat the nominee of
the Downing party for chief.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
Dry Goods.

BSy-200 Pieces of White and Colored Ham
burg Embroideries at 0EE-THIRD less than other
houses ask for them.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

"sHALL we have Phillips for
chief ?" is the question that
every one should ask himself.
He is certainly paving his way to
such a position. His letters, and
probably his money, are at work.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Another large invoice of Spring
Goods received at G.. w. GREEN'S.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Bey- We want everybody to know that the
prices we are quoting here are for new and fresh
goods and that these reductions are only made be-
cause we have too many goods in our house:
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

p65- Remember that if you want to buy any
thing in line it will be to your interest to get
our prices before you purchase.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Rs3- Parasols, Fans, Hosiery, Gloves, in end
less variety, at proportionally Low PRICES.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

See those elegant Satin and Silk
Parasols on exhibition al G. w.
Green's.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
BUSINESS LOCALS.

Lots of Fire Crackers and Torpe-
does at Balentine's.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Ice Cold Lemonade and Soda
Pop at the Cheap Grocery store Of
Elliott & Bro, Of Cooyyah.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Skinner, Ratcliff & Co. have 100
dozen spring chickens.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Highest prices piad for Hides
and Tallow at Meat Market. Aft
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Fresh Butter and Eggs wanted
at the Cheap Grocery Store OF
Elliott Il Bro, of Cooyyah.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

The Champion SelfBinder is
the best. Turner IL Byrne, OF
MuskOogee, are agents.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

The Champion Mower has no
equal. Write TO Turner & Byrne,
Muskogee, /. T., for prices.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

A fresh supply Of Bacon, Bolog-
ma Sausage and Dried Beef at ii
Balentine's. Leave orders.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Skinner, Ratcliff & Co. have re-
ceiyed this week car Of -four and
a car Of meal. All orders can now
be filed.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
CHANGE or DATE AND PLACE.
Sale OF the Tom Moore Estate Postponed
TO Saturday, July 9th, 1857.

Notice is hereby given that / will, oi
Saturday, July 9th, 1887, at 10 o'clocl
q. m, offer at public Outcry, at tn,
residence of Nelson Moore near Crane
river, In the Cherokee nation, Indiai
Territory, the personal property ant
effects Of Thomas Moore, deceased, de
scribed as follows, to-wit:
sorrel mare.
brown mare.
brown two wear old colt.
sorrel yearling colt.
dark bay horse.
COW and calf.
milch COW.
dry cows.
2-year-old heifers.
2spotted 2 bull yearlings.
10 head Of stock hogs.
40 bushels Of corn (estimated.)
wagon.
2 shovel plows.
small horse turning plow.
set chain harness.
box tools.
Meat OF seven hogs.
sausage mill.
wash kettle.
bee stands.
stove.
crowbar.
saddle and bride.
trowell.
drawing knife.
2pr. steelyards.
Colts revolver.
hand saw.
rifle gun.
2 feather beds.
Is quilts.
3wool blankets.
2 bed sheets.
table cloth.
! pillow slip.
2 towels.
2shirts.
] pair pants.
" drawers.
socks.
] woolen shawl.
chairs.
desk and clock.
! Looking glass.
2 buckets,
avail pictures.
hat.
whip.
] overcoat.
] slate.
] chamber.
] pitcher.
j reel.
jar honey, 6 6gallons.
2 trunks, locked.
2pair boots.
4 or bushels sweet potatoes.
5000 in cash.
Property can be seen at Nelson
Moore's, east Of Grand river.
N. B.-This property was scheduled
some two years ago and live stock has
increased.
RI OwEs, y. s. Indian Agent.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Nearly car Of fresh Groceries
received this week by Skinner,
Ratcliff d Co.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
MssSI"s.s. ssSi"s Repairing ea:S',s' st:Sss'
o. j. BfJxa1yG

him and procure such attachments a. are de-.
sired win also keep Needles, Ola, &c., Ae.
In addition 10 prepared 10 repair Gasoline
Stoves on short notice. keeps gasoline Always
on hand
EFcpli on him A. Lunch Stand next to
Frlseo Derot 10.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Examine the merits of the Cham
pion Self-Binder. See advertise
ment.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Ice Cream Saturdays and Sun
days at Elliott & Bro, Of Cooyyah.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Wontod a good agent (of either
WdlIItu SEX in all principal
towns and cities in the U. s. 10
take orders for our new patent low
priced solid Bronze or Nickle
Door Plates, Door Bells, Street
Numbers &c. From Sl00to $500
can be made in a very short time.
Fine outfit cases for samples Free.
Write for proof of what agents are
doing and list Of unoccupied terri
tory. 1t will pay you TO do 80. We
refer 10 the Editor of this paper
who has purchased one Of our
Plates. MIoH. Door PLATE Co.,
37-6t Grand Rapids, Mich.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30
production Is

pd-We have a large line of BOYS SUITS,
from four years up, at prices that no house can
duplicate. If you cannot come to see send for
samples and we will gladly send them to you.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1887-06-30

Bring in your job Work orders
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1887-05-11
HENRY STANLEY ARRIVES
In THE CONGO COUNTRY IN
SAFETY.
He VIII Take the Stanley Fails
Route The Caravan In
ReAdlaess.
CONVERSATIONAL MINISTER'S OF
LONDON ADOPT
Almost Unanimously DR.. Parker
Resolution Protesting Against
the Irish Coercion Bill.

LosD,N, May 10-Advices from
Bar "a Mundeka, Congo, dated March
29th, cay: Mr.. Henry Stanley, with
his expedition for the relief oil Emin
Bey, has arrived here. All the mem
beis Of the party are well. Mr.. Stanley
has decided to take route by way OF
Stanley Falls for Emin's camp at
Wadelay. He will restore the autholi-
ty of the Information al Association at
Stanley Falls, install Typpoo lib, and
aIterward ascend the Mboura, which 10
now known to be for agrest part Davi-
gable. At the point where navigation
ceases the caravan will start acios the
country, striking the Albert Nyarzs at
Murswur. where Stanley intends to
form fortified camp and then send in
advance boats to warn Emin OF the ar
rival OF the expedition and solicit
transportation to Wadelay by Emins
two steamers. The caravan, which
presents an imposing spectacle, ia
about to leave here for Leopoldville.
Four bodies, consisting of twenty-five
men each, commanded by Europeans,
will be in advance to drive off tle
marauders infesting the route. The
association steamer Stanley, the L'v-
ingstone mission steamer Henry Read
and the trading steamer Florida will
wait at Leopoldvllle to carry the expe-
dition to the Upper Congo. The en-
terprise has caused sensation among
the natives. Many men from the fac
tories at Banara and Bona are flock.
ing to Join the expedition, news hav-
ing spread OF the return Of the white
prophet, who will restore order among
the people.